Congratulations to CREW Boston member Ally Riley on her promotion to Senior Manager, Real Estate Development at Skanska Commercial Development. In her new role, Ally will take on expanded responsibilities and a broader leadership position within the Boston team. She will continue leading the Simmons LLC project through completion, overseeing budget, schedule, design coordination, and overall project delivery. In addition, she will guide the permitting, zoning, and design approvals for Longwood Place, while serving as a primary liaison with Simmons University, public agencies, neighborhood groups, and key design partners. Ally has been a CREW Boston member since 2022, currently chairs the Meds & Eds Group, and is actively involved in the Design and Development Group. Congratulations, Ally! We look forward to your continued success!

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Colleen O'Connor on being named to the Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40! This prestigious honor recognizes and celebrates the top young professionals making a meaningful impact across the Boston area. Colleen, Executive Vice President and Market Lead for East Coast and U.K. Markets at BioMed Realty, has been a valued CREW Boston member since 2019. She serves on the Board of Directors and recently summited Mt. Kilimanjaro—an incredible achievement that reflects her drive both professionally and personally. Congratulations, Colleen! We look forward to your continued success and impact.https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/40-under-40

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Samantha Randel on being named to the Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40! This prestigious honor recognizes and celebrates the top young professionals making a meaningful impact across the Boston area. Samantha, Principal at Randel & Co, has been a valued CREW Boston member since 2024. She is actively involved in both our Design and Development and Entrepreneur Exchange Groups. Congratulations, Samantha! We look forward to your continued success and impact. https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/40-under-40

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Judy Cazeau on being named to the Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40! This prestigious honor recognizes and celebrates the top young professionals making an impact across the Boston area. Judy, Principal Broker at The Opac Group, has been a valued CREW Boston member since 2021. She serves on the Board of Directors and is Chair of the Women of Color Group. She is also actively involved in the CRE Tech, CREW Network, and Golf Committees, as well as the Entrepreneur Exchange and Rising Leaders Group. In addition, Judy is the recipient of the 2026 CREW Boston Esprit de Coeur Award - a testament to her leadership, dedication, and influence within the industry. Congratulations, Judy! We look forward to your continued success and impact. https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/40-under-40

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Emily Simard on her new role as Vice President, Leasing at Bulfinch! In this position, Emily will play a key role in advancing leasing strategy across Bulfinch’s portfolio - driving occupancy, attracting top-tier tenants, and helping create dynamic environments that support long-term asset value. A dedicated member of CREW Boston since 2017, Emily is actively involved in both the Golf Committee and the Rising Leaders Group. We’re proud to see her continued growth and success. Congratulations, Emily!

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Yanel de Angel, FAIA, Principal at Perkins&Will for her elevation to Chief Marketing Officer. During her 18 years with the firm, Yanel has held numerous positions, including project architect, project manager, researcher, council member, and client engagement leader. In 2021 she joined the Board of Directors and was appointed Managing Director of the Boston Studio. As CMO, in this firmwide role, Yanel will build upon the strong foundation established by her predecessor.

I am leading the launch of the New England office for ConeTec! I look forward to expanding the ConeTec presence to better support our clients across New England.

Congratulations to CREW Boston member Kelly Nguyen on her recent promotion to Senior Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, at Rockland Trust Company. Kelly has been a CREW Boston member since 2021 and is part of our Rising Leaders Committee.

Rose Conti, Vice President Interiors and Special Projects was recognized for 28 years of membership and service to NAWIC. (National Association of Women in Construction) where she is Past President of the Boston Chapter.

Rose Conti has been awarded the BWIC Inspire award for Mentorship alongside friend and industry great Christy J. Murphy. The BWiC Inspire Awards honors and celebrates the most exceptional women in construction — those who embody leadership, generosity, innovation, and unwavering dedication to their careers, colleagues, and the industry as a whole. For the Mentor of the Year award, they were looking for a woman who shares their best practices and life lessons, and who have worked to ‘pay it forward’ to inspire, nurture and educate the next generation.